Micro Air Vehicle Student Challenge 2016

The American Helicopter Society (AHS) International
invites student teams to participate in the 4th Annual Micro Air
Vehicle (MAV) Student Challenge. This electric-powered vertical take-off and
landing (VTOL) MAV competition awards prizes for both “form” and “function” of the
MAV. With respect to “form,” teams with unique, innovative and robust VTOL MAV design
are awarded points. With respect to “function,” teams that demonstrate the best
flight and autonomy capabilities are awarded. Overall, teams showing superior
system integration of vehicle flight systems, sensors and
remote-operation-station are considered for final awards. Teams can receive
multiple awards based on these aspects.

The 4th Annual Micro Air Vehicle Student Challenge will be held at the 72nd AHS International Annual Forum and Technology Display at the Palm Beach County Convention Center, West Palm Beach, Florida on Monday afternoon, May 16, 2016. The competition is conducted by AHS International’s Unmanned VTOL Aircraft & Rotorcraft Committee. The committee hopes that the annual MAV Student Challenges will lead to advances in this area and help to develop increased expertise by students and universities. If you have any questions, check out the MAV Student Challenge Frequently Asked Questions or contact Jacquelyn Banas at jdbanas[at]gmail.com.

A record 13 teams registered to compete in the 4th MAV Student Challenge — the most ever! This year's teams who were accepted into the final competition are the following: